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VOL. 7, ISSUE 1 (2025)
The factors that influence body image perceptions among adolescents
Authors
Tripti Agarwal
Abstract
The study aims to analyze the various factors
that have an impact on the body image perceptions of individuals, particularly
adolescents. The variables considered for the study include parental attitude,
the peer influence, the BMI, and the time spent on social media. Body image
perception is an issue of great concern in the present day and age. A negative
perception can give rise to lower self-esteem, chances of anxiety, depression,
eating disorders and others. In this study, a survey was conducted by using a
sample of adolescents, to shed light on the influence of the aforementioned
factors. It was found that a higher BMI and peer influence were associated with
a more negative self-perception, while a positive parental attitude had a
positive impact on the body image. Time spent on social media was shown to be
an insignificant variable. These findings suggest that adolescents are
extremely sensitive to the social atmosphere around them and these affect their
self-perception. This study underscores the need for targeted interventions in
schools and peer-based communities; it also highlights the need to educate
parents and spread social media literacy, while putting in place certain social
media regulations. Mental health facilities for adolescents will also go a long
way.
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Pages:10-16
How to cite this article:
Tripti Agarwal "The factors that influence body image perceptions among adolescents". International Journal of Social Science and Humanities, Vol 7, Issue 1, 2025, Pages 10-16
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